Ukraine’s New Guide to Protecting Heritage in War | Art News

Art News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Ukraine’s military just dropped a battlefield playbook for soldiers: how to protect cultural treasures amid war. This no-nonsense guide cuts through legal jargon, blending international law with real-world chaos, and even taps into soldiers’ emotional ties to heritage. Backed by experts who know modern warfare’s brutal realities, it’s tailored to Ukraine’s frontline needs — from marking artifacts with special emblems to digitally mapping sites into military plans. It’s not just about obeying rules — it’s about preserving national identity, countering propaganda, and saving history one battle…